Drop-In Nature Center Hour

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

This program is free and open to the public - registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!

Viscosity Experiment – Homeschool Science 1/10

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

School is in session! Join us for a different hands-on experiment every week! We'll be going through the steps of the scientific method, including making hypotheses and data collection, as we explore the world around us. Experiments are designed to supplement lessons aligned with 4th-8th grade science standards.    This week, we're exploring liquids and …

Dole Bridge Club

Dole Center Multipurpose Room (2nd Floor) - 255 Augusta Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Join us for an afternoon of party bridge. Bridge has been the favorite card game to many notable Oak Park residents including Elizabeth Cheney (of Cheney Mansion). Join your fellow Bridge enthusiasts for an afternoon of card etiquette and serious gameplay in a relaxing environment. No partner needed.

$3.00

Cutting Vegetable Chef Toddler – Jan 11

Andersen Center - 824 Hayes Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Join us for a fun session where your toddler can cut real veggies under supervision. It's a great way to boost motor skills and inspire a love for cooking!

Reading and Stringing Jan 11

Barrie Community Center North Room - 1011 South Lombard Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Join us for bead-stringing fun with your toddler! Let them explore new skills by creating necklaces or bracelets with big and medium beads. Then, enjoy a Storytime to end the session! 

Mini Passport – Jan 11

Carroll Community Center North Room - 1125 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Have your toddler experience a mini version of our passport program for elementary kids. Crafts and games Enjoy an activity with the PDOP. We will take care of the rest.

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Saturday)

Stevenson Community Center Lower Level Indoor Playground - 49 West Lake Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Come along with your toddler and move around to music and gross motor play at the indoor playground.  

$9.00

Marvelous Mantas

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Dive deep into the ocean with the fascinating manta ray! Join us on an exciting adventure where we'll explore the world of these gentle giants. Through fun activities, crafts, and games, you'll learn about their unique anatomy, feeding habits, and importance to the ocean ecosystem. This program is perfect for ocean enthusiasts of all ages! …

Girls in STEM: Hedy Lamarr’s Secret Double Life

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

This family-friendly program explores a different science-loving lady each session through story, art, and more! Hedy Lamarr was more than just a famous Hollywood actress - she was an inventor! Join us as we delve into the world of "frequency hopping", her system of radio broadcasting that laid the groundwork for GPS, Wi-fi, and more! …

What’s That Habitat?

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Embark on a global habitat adventure! Join us for a fun-filled program where you'll discover the different biomes found around the world, all through exciting games!   Registration is for one child with an adult. Adult must stay for the duration -- this is not a drop-off program.

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